Crochet Monkey Glasses Holder - A Fun and Practical Accessory

The Crochet Monkey Glasses Holder

The crochet monkey glasses holder is not only a practical accessory but also a playful and charming way to keep your eyewear safe. Designed with whimsical details, this adorable holder will bring a smile to your face every time you reach for your glasses. With its soft yarn material and meticulous craftsmanship, this little monkey buddy is both functional and delightful, making it a fun and unique addition to your daily routine.

Materials

• Size I, 5.5 mm crochet hook
• Medium weight (size 4) yarn in brown and ivory
• Tapestry needle
• Safety eyes

Final Measurement

Measures 6.5″ wide x 4″ long x 1.5″ depth.

Abbreviations

st(s) - stitch(es)

hk - hook

sc - single crochet

hdc - half double crochet

dc - double crochet

sl st - slip stitch

BLO - back loop only

Body (With Brown Yarn)

Chain 12

Round 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hk and next 9 chains. 5 hdc in end ch, hdc next 10 chains down the other side of the foundation ch, 5 hdc in last ch, sl st to join (30).

Round 2: Ch 2 (doesn’t count as a st), hdc next 10 sts, 2 hdc in the next 5 sts, hdc 10, 2 hdc in last 5 sts, sl to join (40).

Round 3: Ch 2 (doesn’t count as a st), hdc next 10 sts, [2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st] x 5 times, hdc 10, [2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st] x 5 times, sl st to join (50).

Round 4: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st), sc in the BLO in each st around (50).

***You will now work in the round; place a stitch marker here if needed.***

Rounds 5-7: Sc in each st around, sl st to join (50).

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Ears (Make 2, With Ivory Yarn)

Make a magic circle and ch 2, dc 12 in the circle and pull to close (12).

Round 2: Change to brown yarn, ch 1, *2 sc, sc,* around, sl st to join (18).

Fasten off leaving a long tail.

With tapestry needle, sew ears onto the top of the holder on either side.

Weave in ends.

Mouth (With Ivory Yarn)

Make a magic circle and ch 2, hdc 10 in the circle and pull to close.

Fasten off leaving a long tail.

Cut a piece of brown yarn and with your tapestry needle, sew the nose on as pictured.

Fasten off and weave in ends on the back of the mouth.

Sew onto the bottom middle of the holder.

Fasten off, weave in end.

Eyes

Attach safety eyes to the middle of your holder.

Tip: Lay glasses down first to pick the placement of the eyes.